Best 2 Greek Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipes

If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make recipe, look no further than Greek Lemon Garlic Chicken. This flavorful dish is packed with zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and tender, juicy chicken. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion and can be served with various sides like rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK-STYLE LEMON-GARLIC CHICKEN

Greek-Style Lemon-Garlic Chicken image

I love celebrating my Greek heritage with this super simple and scrumptious Sunday dinner idea. Prep time is a breeze and the ingredient list is relatively short for such a flavorful one-dish meal. Each time I make this I'm transported back to my ya-ya, who gave me the special honor of squeezing the lemons! -Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

8 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (about 3 pounds)
1 cup pitted Greek olives
8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375°. Scrub potatoes; cut each into 8 wedges and place in a shallow roasting pan. Top with olives and chicken. In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, oregano and pepper until blended. Drizzle over chicken and potatoes. Pour chicken broth around chicken into pan., Bake, uncovered, 60-70 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°-175° and potatoes are tender. Serve with pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 602 calories, Fat 33g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1071mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

GREEK LEMON-GARLIC CHICKEN THIGHS AND POTATOES

Greek Lemon-Garlic Chicken Thighs and Potatoes image

This simple Greek chicken and potato bake is a great family dinner. Chicken thighs are marinated in a garlic-lemon marinade and then baked in the oven.

Provided by Virginia Vohasek

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek

Time 3h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

½ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup fat-free chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs
cooking spray
1 pound small new potatoes, halved

Steps:

Combine lemon juice, chicken broth, olive oil, garlic, and oregano in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken, seal bag, and shake so chicken is well coated with marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9x11-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Pour chicken and marinade into the prepared baking pan. Arrange potatoes around the chicken.
Bake in the preheated oven until potatoes are tender and chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.3 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 95.8 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 137.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Tips:

Use a high-quality olive oil. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
Don't be afraid to use lots of garlic. Garlic is a key ingredient in Greek cuisine, and it really adds a lot of flavor to this dish.
Use fresh lemon juice. Bottled lemon juice just doesn't have the same flavor as fresh lemon juice.
Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still juicy. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Some good options include rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Greek Lemon Garlic Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it is also a healthy and flavorful meal. The combination of lemon, garlic, and herbs creates a tantalizing flavor that will appeal to everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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